Overboarder: Suus, welcome back. To start off, how would you describe the sports culture in America compared to the Netherlands and Belgium? Suus Altorf: The sports culture here is entirely different. Sports in America are done on a grand scale. There’s a tremendous amount of money and time invested. Take track and field as an example;…
Hilary Udechukwu’s journey from Belgium to the sprawling campuses of America is one to be admired. Three years ago, with the guidance of Overboarder, Hilary took the leap to New Mexico Highlands University. Her aim was to meld her passion for track and field with her academic aspirations. The outcomes? Nothing short of spectacular. A…
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When student-athletes consider studying in the United States while playing sports at a high level, they inevitably come across three primary sports federations: NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA. Each federation has its unique characteristics and advantages. In this article, we’ll shed light on the differences and similarities among these three federations. 1. NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic…
When starting their college journey in the United States, students often face the challenging decision of choosing between living on campus (in residence halls or dormitories) or off campus (in apartments or houses). For varsity athletes, this decision might carry even more weight. In this article, we’ll delve deep into the pros and cons of…
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As the hotbeds of athletic and academic prowess, NCAA Division I schools span the length and breadth of the United States. A glance at our comprehensive map underscores a compelling pattern – a major concentration of these schools lies on the East Coast, with California also hosting a significant number. A Coast of Champions: The…